TERMS & CONDITIONS

Welcome to the Top Tier Tree ‘Ash Tree Bounty Chase’ Program! Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before participating. By submitting a report, you agree to these terms.

1. Program Overview
The ‘Ash Tree Bounty Chase’ is a lead generation initiative by Top Tier Tree
LLC to identify ash trees infested or potentially infested with pests or
diseases, such as Emerald Ash Borer (EAB). Participants who provide verified
information will receive a portion of the bounty pool as a reward.


2. Eligibility

    • Participation
      is open to residents and businesses within Top Tier Tree’s Minnesota
      service area.
    • Participants
      must be 18 years or older. Minors may participate with parental or
      guardian consent.
    • Employees
      of Top Tier Tree LLC and their immediate family members are not eligible
      to participate.
    • Participants
      must not be prohibited by Minnesota or federal law from receiving
      monetary rewards or prizes.

3. Submission Requirements
To qualify for a reward, participants must:

    • Provide
      the exact location of the tree (address or GPS coordinates) within
      Minnesota.
    • Submit
      at least one clear photo showing visible signs of infestation, such as
      D-shaped exit holes, woodpecker damage, or canopy dieback.
    • Provide
      any known contact information for the property owner (if the tree is on
      private property).
    • Ensure
      that all submitted information is accurate and complete.
    • Acknowledge
      that submissions will become the property of Top Tier Tree LLC for
      verification and service purposes.

4. Verification Process

    • Top
      Tier Tree will review all submissions to determine if the tree is
      infested and within our Minnesota service area.
    • Submissions
      leading to verified infestations or services will be eligible for a
      reward.
    • If
      multiple participants report the same tree, the reward will be issued to
      the first verified submission based on the timestamp of receipt.
    • Participants
      will be notified of their submission’s status within 14 business days.
    • Top
      Tier Tree reserves the right to reject incomplete, false, or unverifiable
      submissions.

5. Bounty Pool and Rewards

    • The
      bounty pool is funded by Top Tier Tree LLC.
    • The
      available bounty pool funds are limited to $10,000.00.
    • Rewards
      will be allocated as follows:
      • $25-50
        for each verified submission that leads to a confirmed infestation
        report.
      • Additional
        bonus for high-priority and/or high-scale infestations.
      • Additional
        bonus for reports that lead to removal by Top Tier Tree LLC.
    • Participants
      earning $600 or more in rewards during a calendar year will be issued a
      Form 1099-NEC, as required by the IRS. Participants are responsible for
      reporting all income to the appropriate tax authorities.
    • Payments
      will be issued via check, direct deposit, or other agreed-upon methods
      within 60 days of verification.
    • Top
      Tier Tree LLC reserves the right to set a maximum reward limit per
      participant during a calendar year.

6. Legal and Ethical Compliance

    • Participants
      must not trespass or violate property rights to obtain information.
    • Participants
      must comply with Minnesota state and local laws regarding property access
      and reporting.
    • Top
      Tier Tree LLC is not responsible for disputes between participants and
      property owners.
    • Participants
      must not submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information. Doing so
      may result in disqualification from the program and potential legal
      action.
    • By
      participating, participants confirm they have no legal or contractual
      restrictions preventing their involvement in the program.

7. Privacy and Confidentiality

    • Personal
      information collected will be used solely for the purposes of verifying
      submissions and issuing rewards.
    • Top
      Tier Tree LLC will not share participants’ information with third parties
      without consent.
    • Property
      owner information obtained during the program will be handled with
      confidentiality and used exclusively for service verification and contact
      purposes.

8. Program Modifications and Termination

    • Top
      Tier Tree LLC reserves the right to modify, suspend, or terminate the
      program at any time without prior notice.
    • Any
      changes will be posted on the official Top Tier Tree website and
      communicated to participants.
    • In
      the event of termination, rewards for verified submissions made prior to
      termination will still be honored.

9. Liability

    • Top
      Tier Tree LLC is not liable for any loss, damage, or injury resulting
      from participation in this program.
    • Participants
      assume all risks associated with their involvement in the program.
    • By
      participating, participants agree to indemnify and hold harmless Top Tier
      Tree LLC and its affiliates from any claims, damages, or liabilities
      arising from their involvement.

10. Disputes and Appeals

    • Participants
      may appeal decisions related to their submissions within 7 business days
      of receiving notification.
    • Appeals
      must be submitted in writing to Top Tier Tree LLC, detailing the basis
      for the appeal.
    • Top
      Tier Tree LLC will review appeals and provide a final decision within 14
      business days. All decisions are final and binding.

OFFICIAL RULES

1. Eligibility

  • The Bounty Hunt is open to individuals aged 18 and older. Minors may participate with parental or guardian consent.

  • Participants must be residents of Minnesota.

  • Employees of Top Tier Tree, their immediate family members, and affiliated contractors are not eligible to claim bounties.

2. How to Participate

  • Locate an ash tree that you suspect is infested with the emerald ash borer (EAB).

  • Submit a report through our official online form, including:

    • Accurate tree location (GPS coordinates or detailed description).

    • Clear photos showing signs of EAB infestation.

    • A brief description of the suspected infestation.

  • Each report will be reviewed by Top Tier Tree’s verification team.

3. Verification Process

  • Reports are reviewed on a rolling basis.

  • Only trees verified by our experts as infested will qualify for a reward.

  • If multiple people submit the same tree, the reward will go to the first verified submission.

4. Bounty Rewards

  • Approved submissions will earn a bounty of $25–$50 per verified tree, depending on location and severity.

  • Bonus rewards may be available for high-priority areas or large-scale infestations.

  • Payments will be made via direct deposit, PayPal, or check within two weeks of verification.

5. Restrictions & Disqualifications

  • Submitting false or misleading reports will result in disqualification.

  • Reports missing critical information (e.g., location, photos) may be rejected.

  • Participants cannot intentionally damage trees to create an infestation.

  • Trees located on private property require permission from the property owner before submission.

6. Duration & Availability

  • The bounty program will run until the designated bounty pool is depleted.

  • A live tracker will be available on our website to show the remaining funds.

  • Top Tier Tree reserves the right to modify or end the bounty hunt at any time.

7. Liability & Legal Considerations

  • By participating, you agree to abide by all local, state, and federal laws.

  • Top Tier Tree is not responsible for any injuries, trespassing violations, or damages incurred during participation.

  • Submission of a report grants Top Tier Tree permission to use photos and data for educational and promotional purposes.

8. Contact Information
For questions or concerns about the ‘Ash Tree Bounty Chase,’ please contact:
Top Tier Tree LLC
Phone: 763-220-1070
Email: info@toptiertreemn.com
Website: www.toptiertreemn.com

For more information and online submission form visit our Ash Tree Bounty page here – http://www.toptiertreemn.com/ash-tree-bounty

Thank you for helping Top Tier Tree protect Minnesota’s trees!